Guided Tour of Messina

Discover the thrilling history of Messina, a Sicilian city that has suffered earthquakes, invasions, and attacks, but has retained its stunning architecture. You'll visit Roman remains and much much more!

Guided Tour of Messina

The tour meets close to the Messina port, where we'll begin our guided tour of this Sicilian province. Throughout the day, we'll take you on a journey through the tumultuous past of this volcanic island, which has suffered from earthquakes and invasions - leaving a lasting mark on the city.

In the port, we'll spot the monument that welcomes seafaring visitors to the city - a golden statue of the Virgin Mary blessing the city, while revealing the story behind the sculpture.

Our next stop will be the Church of the Santissima Annunziata dei Catalani, showcasing influences from Arab, Roman, and Byzantine architecture, built upon the ruins of an older temple to the sea God Neptune.

As Messina is renowned for its cannoli, we couldn't let you go without indulging your sweet tooth! Enjoy a tasting of these local pastries at a traditional bakery. Delicious!

Then, we'll arrive at the Piazza del Duomo to admire the historic, 12th-century architecture of the cathedral. One of the highlights of this building is the ornamental clock tower - a must-see sight in Messina.

To finish off this walking tour, we'll visit the Puppet Theatre Museum of the Gargano family, a place recognized on UNESCO's list of Intangible Cultural Heritage.

Cruise Passengers

This excursion is available for cruise passengers. When making your reservation, please indicate the name of the boat. We will be waiting for you half an hour after the arrival time of the cruise. If the cruise arrives after 10 am, the tour will begin at 12:30 or 2:30 pm, depending on the boat's schedule.

HOW DOES IT WORK?

In this guided tour of Messina, you will explore key historical sites while learning about the city's resilient past. We will visit several landmarks, including the golden statue in the port, the Church of the Santissima Annunziata dei Catalani, and Piazza del Duomo with its magnificent cathedral.

Included: Guided tour, tastings of local cannoli, and entry to the Puppet Theatre Museum.

Not Included: Personal expenses and additional food and drinks not specified in the itinerary.

Meeting point: The tour departs close to Messina port.